Lesson Plan

Ebeling suggested four steps to follow to use in adapting a lesson so more students will learn.

The steps are:

1. "Plan your lesson for the whole class" (p. 247). Literally this means writing out a lesson plan, stating clearly goals and expectations for the whole class.
2. “Think of your plan in terms of specific learners” (p. 248). This requires teachers know their students as they must be able to estimate who in the class might not “get it.” If even one student’s name is on the “not get it” list, some adaptation in the lesson is required.
3. “Analyze your lesson and one or more specific learners from nine different standpoints” (p. 248). The nine standpoints Ebeling provides are size, time, complexity, participation, environment, input, output, support, and goals. Clearly adaptations in all nine points would not be needed every time; however, the point is these are routine, specific areas which may require adjustments in what the teacher does that may result in increased student achievement.
4. “Observe how your adaptation works when you teach” (p. 248). Reflection on changes will be the only way a teacher will know if the changes have resulted in benefits to students.

Adapted from Ebeling, D. G. (2000). Adapting your teaching style to any learning style. Phi Delta Kappan, 82(3), 247-248.

Charles Schultz Philosophy

Charles Schultz Philosophy



The following is the philosophy of Charles Schultz, the creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip. You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just read straight through, and you'll get the point.

1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.

2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.

3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America Contest.

4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.

5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress.

6. Name the last decade's worth of World Series winners.



How did you do?

The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday. They are not second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.



Here's another quiz. See how you do on this one:

1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.

2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.

3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.

4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.

5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.



Easier?

The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are NOT the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones who care.



"Don't worry about the world coming to an end today.
It's already tomorrow in Australia ."
(Charles Schultz)

Wireless Technology

Some overview to Wireless Technology

• Introduction
• Applications
• Voice and Messaging
• Hand-held and Internet-enabled devices
• Data Networking
• Wireless Local Area Networks
• Broadband Wireless
• Bluetooth
• Important issues
• Standards
• Coverage
• Security

Consultant as a Career

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